ePac Flexible Packaging is a rapidly growing company with locations across the United States, Canada, Europe, and Indonesia.  Built on break-through digital printing, ePac is at the crossroads of advanced technology and manufacturing. ePac’s mission is to provide locally-based consumer packaged goods companies the ability to compete with large brands with great packaging. Our customers are predominantly locally-based small and medium-sized CPGs, many of whom are focused on creating natural and innovative products for their consumers. Since opening our first manufacturing facility in 2016, our mission has been clear – to help small brands obtain big brand presence, give back to the communities we serve and contribute to the creation of a more sustainable, circular economy. 

　　SUMMARY OF POSITION

　　The Press Operator efficiently operates, calibrates and maintains an Indigo HP 20000 to ensure excellent quality, machine uptime and that customer expectations are exceeded. Responsible for supplying printed rolls of film (PE, BOPP, PET and other polymer based substrates) to lamination department. Responsible for machine upkeep, cleanliness and maintenance during break/fix with Lead Operator or HP Technical Support team’s assistance. 

　　The position requires shift flexibility. 

　　Note: The 2nd shift can start anywhere from 2:00 pm until 02:00 am (subject to change). Training hours may be in the morning. Selected candidates should be flexible for rotating shifts (morning / noon / evening / night) if required.

　　ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES 

　　Regularly calibrates press via color calibration to ensure excellent print quality

　　Efficiently sets up machine to maximize uptime

　　Confirms job specifications based on job ticket prior to printing

　　Performs daily and weekly maintenance on press

　　Notifies Lead Press Operator when equipment needs repair

　　Opens service calls with HP Technical Team as necessary

　　Loads rolls of material onto press

　　Monitors print quality while machine is in production

　　Inputs production, consumption, and waste data into Microsoft NAV (ERP)

　　Keeps pressroom clean and organized

　　NON-ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES 

　　Could be asked to support other parts of the operations including pouch assistant, slitting, and lamination

　　Communicates with Prepress and Converting department when necessary

　　JOB KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES

　　Working knowledge of HP Indigo presses (HP 20000 experience a plus)

　　Simple mathematical ability for reports required

　　Computer literacy

　　Mathematical knowledge

　　Ability to read a ruler

　　Mechanical skills

　　Attention to detail

　　EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION

　　1-3 years in production field related to digital printing preferred

　　High school diploma

　　HP Operator 1 training desired

　　Responsibility in the area of food safety essentials from AIB international 5.4.1.1 section of adequacy of prerequisite and food safety programs 

　　WORK ENVIRONMENT

　　While performing the duties of this job, the employee is located in the press room, and will be around moving mechanical parts and vibration

　　ePac believes in a collaborative and cross trained workforce and encourage all employees to learn all facets of production. This role will have the ability to learn and train on operational functions throughout the plants.

　　BENEFITS 

　　We offer an excellent benefit and compensation package that consists of the following:

　　15 days (6%) vacation entitlement

　　Statutory holidays

　　Company paid - Health; Dental; Vision Insurance

　　Company paid - Life Insurance & ADD, Short Term & Long Term Disability

　　RRSP Plan with generous company match to 3%

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